With anecdotes sprinkled throughout involving other close friends and luminaries such as Mike Nichols, Mick Jagger, Steve Martin, Paul Simon, Lorne Michaels, and many more, as well as the Pythons themselves, Eric captures a time of tremendous creative output with equal parts hilarity and heart. Coming of age as a writer and comedian during the Sixties and Seventies, Eric stumbled into the crossroads of the cultural revolution and found himself rubbing shoulders with the likes of George Harrison, David Bowie, and Robin Williams, all of whom became dear lifelong friends. Now, Eric Idle reflects on the meaning of his own life in this entertaining memoir that takes us on a remarkable journey from his childhood in an austere boarding school through his successful career in comedy, television, theater, and film. We know him best for his unforgettable roles on Monty Python-from the Flying Circus to The Meaning of Life. Tickets include a pre-signed copy of the book.įrom the ingenious comic performer, founding member of Monty Python, and creator of Spamalot, comes an absurdly funny memoir of unparalleled wit and heartfelt candor Join Brookline Booksmith and The Wilbur for an evening of hilarious conversation with Eric Idle, one of the six original members of Monty Pythons Flying Circus, to celebrate the release of his new memoir, Always Look on the Bright Side of Life.
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